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Job Description:Functions as part of a dynamic and engaging laboratory team in a professional setting. This position facilitates laboratory organization and patient care, working closely with doctors, nurses, and medical laboratory scientists. LA I’s are responsible for ordering and preparing patient samples, such as blood and other body fluids, and delivering specimens to the appropriate department or testing facility. Caregivers in this role will gain valuable experience and knowledge to help prepare them for workplace and career advancement.The Lab Assistant is the gatekeeper to the clinical and pathology laboratory, performing a variety of functions to support laboratory testing and diagnosis. Their primary responsibility is the accurate labeling, accessioning, and processing of patient specimens, including tissue, blood, and body fluids, according to established procedures.Caregivers in this role can compassionately communicate procedures and specimen collection instructions with patients and clinical staff and demonstrate empathy during every interaction. They may have opportunities for growth, developing additional skills such as:Phlebotomy
Laboratory Exception Handling
Laboratory testing
Reagent preparation and slide staining
Training and mentoring new staff
Participation in special projects
Interacting with pathologists and physicians
Operating multiple computer and test ordering systems
Operating basic laboratory equipment and automation
Researching laboratory testing requirements
Performing sterile specimen preparation techniques
Other responsibilities as required by site or assigned by the team or department leader
Caregivers in this position are detail-oriented and can recognize factors that may affect testing outcomes. They take appropriate action to solve problems and document errors.Minimum QualificationsBasic Life Support certification (BLS)/RQI for healthcare providers (only applicable at sites where LAs perform phlebotomy)
High School diploma or GED in compliance with CLIA regulations
Excellent communication skills including ability to communicate in English (oral and written)
Customer service skills
Ability to work in a team environment under stressful situations
Ability to take on-call shifts, according to department needs
Self-motivated and able to work independently
Basic computer skills
Flexibility to work a variety of shifts that may include weekends, holidays and nights
Adheres to all personal protective requirements including, but not limited to, gloves, lab coats, face shields, and masks
Preferred QualificationsExperience teaching concepts to others
Previous clinical lab or pathology experience
This position covers weekends and is the only employee of the shiftPhysical Requirements:Physical RequirementsInteract with others requiring the employee to verbally communicate information.
Operate computers and complex and delicate lab equipment requiring the ability to move fingers and hands.
See and read lab equipment, monitors, and documents.
Remain sitting or standing for long periods of time to perform work on a computer or other equipment.
Location:Riverton HospitalWork City:RivertonWork State:UtahScheduled Weekly Hours:24Equal Opportunity EmployerIntermountain Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.The primary intent of this job description is to set a fair and equitable rate of pay for this classification. Only those key duties necessary for proper job evaluation and/or labor market analysis have been included. Other duties may be assigned by the supervisor.All positions subject to close without notice. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.Thanks for your interest in continuing your career with our team!
Full-time